Senior Automation & Controls Engineer – Hybrid (PLC/SCADA)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental coverage

Performance-based bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Retirement annuity fund

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop, and deploy PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for diverse industrial applications. The role emphasizes robust electrical schematics, panel layouts, and rigorous testing in a collaborative environment.

You will troubleshoot, optimize processes, and stay current with automation trends while traveling to client sites within the North West region as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) or Technologist (Pr. Tech. Eng.) registration is advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems engineering.
• Proficiency in programming major PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and SCADA/HMI software (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC).
• Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).
• Experience with robotics and motion control systems is a significant plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel to client sites within Rustenburg and the wider North West region as required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and commission PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for various industrial applications.
• Create and maintain detailed electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with existing automation systems, implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define system requirements and provide technical expertise.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing and validation plans for control systems.
• Optimize existing automation processes to improve efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Research and recommend new automation technologies and solutions to enhance operational capabilities.
• Provide technical training and support to site personnel and junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

HMI development

Industrial automation

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics

Pr. Eng. or Pr. Tech. Eng. registration (advantage)

6+ years hands-on automation experience

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Wonderware

Ignition

WinCC

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a Senior Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop, and deploy PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems for diverse industrial applications. The role emphasizes robust electrical schematics, panel layouts, and rigorous testing in a collaborative environment.

You will troubleshoot, optimize processes, and stay current with automation trends while traveling to client sites within the North West region as required.